IISc and its Patent Prowess
The Indian Institute of Science, renowned for research excellence, has filed fewer than fifty patents annually in recent years, with limited commercialization. This analysis examines IISc’s patent trends…
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Patent Infringement Claim on Cancer Treatment Drug
The UK Court of Appeal ruled that Actavis’s alternative salt forms of pemetrexed would indirectly infringe Eli Lilly’s cancer drug patent. The decision provides insights into patent claim…
YouTube ordered to take down copyright infringing material
The German regional court has clarified YouTube’s responsibility to remove infringing material once notified, following a dispute with GEMA. This decision highlights the obligations of online platforms regarding…
Kolhapur ‘Spicing’ Things Up!
The Kolhapuri Masala GI Application Kolhapur, already known for its Kolhapuri Chappals (registered as a Geographical Indication), is seeking GI recognition for Kolhapuri Masala. The Karveer Adarsha Mahila…
Liability of E-Retailers – A Copyright Battle
This article analyses the copyright dispute involving Flipkart and Westland over exclusive book sales. It discusses the legal complexities of intermediary liability for e-retailers in India and reviews…
Padmini and ors.Vs.Raj Television Network Limited
This case discusses whether the assignment of negative rights to a film includes future modes such as digital cinematography under Indian copyright law. The Court held that the…
Cease and desist notice to Snapdeal
Nalli issued a cease and desist notice to Snapdeal for alleged unauthorised use of its trademark and images. The incident highlights ongoing legal debates concerning the liability of…
IIMB’s Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) Initiative: Bringing college to you!
IIMB’s IIMBx MOOCs initiative offers free, high-quality management courses to a broad audience, addressing barriers to top-tier education in India. The programme leverages technology and expert faculty, setting…
Google’s Patent Appeal Rejected by the U.S. Supreme Court
The US Supreme Court has declined to hear Google’s patent appeal involving its Street View technology. This decision upholds a Federal Circuit ruling on patent infringement and sends…
Geographical Indication Registration of Basmati Rice
This post provides a detailed account of the legal and procedural developments in the Geographical Indication registration of Basmati rice in India. It covers APEDA's efforts, opposition from…
The Case of Indian Intellectual Property – Misplaced Perception
This article analyses how Indian intellectual property is perceived internationally, especially by the United States, and assesses India’s progress over the past decade. It highlights the importance of…
“Digital Content, Intellectual Property and Innovation”- A talk by Prof. David D. Friedman
Prof. David D. Friedman’s lecture at IIM Bangalore examined the challenges of copyright enforcement and intellectual property protection in the digital age. He discussed technological, legal, and economic…